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Women who have an abortion may recovery physically quickly, but the emotional and psychological recovery can be much more difficult. The physical recovery is about two weeks, but that time can vary. Sometimes women consider abortion so that they can continue with their future goals – finishing high school, attending college, moving on in a relationship, getting married, supporting other children, etc. But after the abortion, many women have unresolved emotional issues surrounding their decision to have an abortion, and counseling may be necessary. In other words, abortion addresses temporary problems but has permanent consequences for the child and you.

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There may be cramps, nausea, lightheadedness, and bleeding. The cervix and uterus will feel sore and swollen. In some instances, physical symptoms will persist, and where there is persistent nausea, fever, blood clots, heavy tissue discharge, and/or abdominal pain, a woman should contact her physician.

Emotionally

A woman may have a wide range of emotions after the abortion. Some women feel temporary relief, while others experience a range of negative emotions such as sadness, relief, anger, guilt, shame, anxiety, regret, confusion and depression about the procedure. Sometimes, even when a woman feels relief, there is an underlying sense of sadness and confusion. Negative emotions can surface immediately after the abortion, or several months or years later. Imbalances due to leftover pregnancy hormones can cause mood swings, distractibility and unexpected bouts of crying.

Post Abortion Stress Syndrome (PASS)

Depression can occur after the abortion, and severe depression may be a sign of Post Abortion Stress (PASS). PASS is a form of post traumatic stress disorder and is a condition that can affect women who have experienced an abortion procedure. Some women may have a more difficult time with the decision to have an abortion, the procedure, and/or the emotional and physical recovery process. This can be traumatic. As with any trauma, a woman may try to forget the ordeal and repress any pain or negative emotions they may feel. Many don’t realize that the stress is related to the abortion experience. The symptoms of PASS may occur immediately after the procedure or much later. Over time, these negative emotions and feelings may resurface, and the loss must be faced.

Women who have an abortion may recovery physically quickly, but the emotional and psychological recovery can be much more difficult. The physical recovery is about two weeks, but that time can vary. Sometimes women consider abortion so that they can continue with their future goals – finishing high school, attending college, moving on in a relationship, getting married, supporting other children, etc. But after the abortion, many women have unresolved emotional issues surrounding their decision to have an abortion, and counseling may be necessary. In other words, abortion addresses temporary problems but has permanent consequences for the child and you.

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